Maryland Crab Dip
A rich, creamy, and decadent crab dip that brings the taste of the ocean to your table. Perfect for gatherings and game nights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6-8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Seafood
Ingredients
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- 8 ounces whipped cream cheese
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce (optional)
- 1 tablespoon Old Bay Seasoning
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 pound jumbo lump or lump crab meat
- 1/4 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Fresh chopped parsley (to garnish)
- Sliced and toasted baguette (for dipping)
- Olive oil cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare the baking dish by coating it with olive oil cooking spray.
- Whisk together the whipped cream cheese, mayonnaise, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce (if using), Old Bay seasoning, and lemon juice until smooth.
- Fold in the lump crab meat and half of the shredded cheeses, being careful to keep the crab chunks intact.
- Spread the crab mixture into your prepared dish and top with the remaining cheese.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with toasted baguette slices.
Notes
For a lighter version, substitute Greek yogurt for cream cheese. This dip can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 70mg